Soft Goods Technician (CLE)

Flexjet; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading benefits

Room for growth

Excellent pay

Job summary

Flexjet is expanding its Interiors Department and is looking for Soft Goods Technicians. Responsible for upholstery tasks including sewing, pattern making, and applying materials in accordance with FAA regulations, the role requires a minimum of five years of experience in aircraft upholstery.

The ideal candidate will interpret blueprints, operate standard upholstery equipment, and ensure quality maintenance of high-cost products. Flexjet offers excellent pay, industry-leading benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of aircraft upholstery experience.
• Ability to distinguish colors and align intricate designs in fabrics.
• Visual capacity and muscular dexterity for fine detail work.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aircraft upholstery requirements including pattern making and sewing.
• Interpret blueprints and work instructions.
• Disassemble and reassemble vendor passenger seats.

Skills

Aircraft upholstery experience

Blueprint interpretation

Standard equipment operation

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Sewing machines

Cutting tools

Job description

Flexjet is growing our Interiors Department. Currently, we are hiring Soft Goods Technicians to join our team. We offer industry leading benefits, room for growth and excellent pay.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aircraft upholstery requirements such as but not limited to: pattern making, sewing, foam fabrication and application on all components
• Interpret blueprints, completion drawings, company standards, work instructions
• Perform necessary calculations using shop math based on required tooling, detailed parts, assemblies, and installations.
• Perform sewing and upholstery operations in accordance with applicable FAA regulations.
• Disassemble and reassemble vendor passenger seats and divans in accordance with the guidelines of vendor component maintenance manuals.
• Perform proper maintenance practices in accordance with Constant Aviation standards, such as: proper glue application, adhesive bonding, hardware, and rivet installation
• Correct handling and use of all required tools specific to the current job assignment.
• Correct handling and use of all required chemicals and adhesives related to the current job assignment, including general knowledge and ability to retrieve data from the MSDS safety books.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of five (5) years aircraft upholstery experience
• Able to set up and operate all standard equipment related to upholstery.
• Able to work from documentation such as 3D models, blueprints, drawings, aircraft specifications, preparation packages, etc.
• Must not be allergic to chemical, solvents, paints, adhesives, natural or manmade materials, fabrics, or feathers.
• Able to distinguish colors and align intricate or elaborate designs in fabrics
• Able to lift and transport up to 40 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation
• Visual capacity and muscular dexterity to work on fine detail, high-cost products with a minimum of rework.
• Able to wear protective equipment for extended periods of time including, particle masks, goggles, assorted gloves, head bonnets, and disposable protective suits.
• Able to stock and remove materials from bins above storage level (not exceeding OSHA standards).
• Able to climb in and out of aircraft and perform work in tight or confined places and unusual positions
• Basic computer skills.
• Able to work in confined spaces and in unusual positions, i.e. various aircraft
• Able to setup and operate all standard equipment related to upholstery